The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley (HSCV), with assistance from Mainspring of Ephrata, will host guided ghost tours through the historic streets and buildings of Ephrata's town center. Volunteer guides will share tales of local legends, unexplained phenomena, and the restless spirits that are said to still haunt the area. Attendees will learn about Ephrata's history, enjoy stories from the past, and hear ghost tales.

Tours will depart from the Whistle Stop Plaza, 16 E. Main St. Tour dates and times are Saturday, Oct. 4, at 6 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 5, at 1 and 2:30 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 11, at 6 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 12, at 1 and 2:30 p.m. Tours will be held rain or shine.

To purchase tickets, visit http://www.cocalicovalleyhs.org. A small number of tickets will also be available at the HSCV library, 237 W. Main St., Ephrata. The library's hours are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 717-733-1616.